2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 445 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lada |
| Model | Matiz | Niva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2210 mm |
